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Bird Watch Condition Codes

The following terminology is established for rapid communication of bird activity. When communicating, avoid color-coded conditions to eliminate any confusion with color codes used during exercises, contingencies, and emergencies (i.e., disaster preparedness exercises). Also, give bird locations with the condition code:

– Bird Watch Condition SEVERE. Bird activity on or immediately above the active runway or other specific location representing high potential for strikes. Supervisors and aircrews must thoroughly evaluate mission need before conducting operations in areas under condition SEVERE